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Decline Barbell Bench Press

Main muscle
Lower Chest
Muscle group
Chest
Equipment
Barbell

How to do it

  1. 1Lie back on a decline bench with your feet secured under the pads.
  2. 2Grip the barbell slightly wider than shoulder-width and unrack it.
  3. 3Lower the bar under control to your lower chest.
  4. 4Press the bar back up until your arms are fully extended.
  5. 5Re-rack the bar carefully after your last rep.

Coaching cues

  • Bar to lower chest
  • Elbows at 45 degrees
  • Feet locked in
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